Publisher's Synopsis
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance the security and resilience of your organization against cyber threats
Key Features
- Harness the latest tools and leverage them to determine the root cause of an incident
- Implement new techniques and data such as external threat intelligence during the investigation of an incident
- Master techniques using cloud, machine learning, malware analysis, threat intelligence, and digital forensics
Book Description
Embark on a journey into the forefront of cyber defense with "Digital Forensics and Incident Response, 4th Edition." This guide is your gateway to mastering the sophisticated techniques and methodologies essential for tackling today's cyber threats. Authored by leading cybersecurity expert Gerard Johansen, this book provides an insider's look at the cutting-edge tools and innovative strategies needed to prevent, detect, and respond to digital vulnerabilities. With its focus on practical applications and up-to-date examples, it equips you with the skills to develop and refine robust digital forensic capabilities within your organization The fourth edition goes beyond traditional approaches by integrating the latest advancements in cloud technology and machine learning, offering a comprehensive look at how these technologies can enhance forensic practices. Dive into the nuances of deploying scalable incident response strategies, using open-source tools for effective threat hunting, and applying ML/AI to uncover and counteract emerging cyber threats. Each chapter is designed to build your proficiency in handling real-world challenges, making you indispensable in your field By the end of the book, you will be well-versed in the various tasks and techniques associated with incident response.What you will learn
- Create and deploy an incident response capability within your own organization
- Provide a solid foundation in proper evidence acquisition and handling for later analysis
- Analyze collected evidence and determine the root cause of a security incident
- Integrate threat intelligence in the digital evidence analysis
- Leverage cloud solutions to streamline your cybersecurity operations
- Utilize Velociraptor and Wazuh for effective threat hunting
- Implement ML/AI technologies to analyse large datasets for enhanced threat detection
Who this book is for
This book is for cybersecurity and information security professionals who want to implement digital forensics and incident response in their organizations. It also targets beginners or students who want to understand the fundamentals of Digital Forensics. A basic understanding of the Windows Operating System, networking and computer science is expected.
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